Man who kidnapped son 15 years ago might be in Ohio

A man wanted for kidnapping his son in Maryland 15 years ago may be in Ohio, FBI officials say.

Reuben Bennett Blackwell II is wanted for abducting his son, unlawful flight to avoid prosecution in Maryland, and obstruction of the lawful exercise of parental custody held by the mother, according to a news release from the FBI.

Reuben Bennett Blackwell III. Age 3 on the left. Photograph processed to age 18 on right.(Photo: Provided by the FBI)

He kidnapped his then 3-year-old son Reuben Bennett Blackwell III in May 1996 and threatened to kill him. The son may now go by "Bennett."

Blackwell was described as a black, 6-foot-4 man that weighed about 270 pounds at the time of his disappearance. He had black hair with some gray at the temples and brown eyes, according to the release.

Anyone with information about father or son is asked to call the FBI at 513-421-4310, 216-522-1400, or 410-265-8080.